An open motor yacht designed around the deck
The Level 43 ST appears in Barcelona International Boat Show’s 2026 catalogue at 13.54 metres long with a four-metre beam. The on-water event from 14 to 18 October gives visitors an opportunity to inspect a Mediterranean sports-yacht design that places considerable emphasis on exterior living and transforming deck areas. The boat falls squarely inside the 12.00–23.99-metre LYG category.
Level Yachts describes a broad aft cockpit designed for entertaining and movement toward the sea. Opening side terraces can enlarge the feeling of deck space when the yacht is stationary, while a hydraulic platform provides access to bathing and water activities. As with any folding structure, owners should establish operating limits, locking arrangements and maintenance schedules.
Propulsion and manoeuvring systems
The Level 43 ST is marketed with Volvo Penta IPS pod propulsion in some configurations, providing joystick manoeuvring and the possibility of useful low-speed control in a marina. Published brokerage specifications for a 2026 example list twin IPS 650 engines rated at around 480 horsepower each. The specification of the individual exhibited yacht must be checked.
Pod systems introduce distinct operating and service considerations compared with shaft or conventional outboard arrangements. A buyer should understand servicing intervals, nearby authorised support and the protection of underwater components when berthing. The boat’s published performance should be compared under realistic passenger and fuel loads, not simply accepted at a brochure figure.
A yacht that can stay out overnight
Beyond its seating arrangement, the design provides sheltered accommodation and the amenities required for more than a short day outing. The builder highlights a galley and outdoor entertainment equipment, including wet-bar facilities, while available examples include two guest cabins and selected comfort systems. Such features are often influenced by optional packages rather than fitted identically across all boats.
A walkthrough should assess sound insulation, berths, ventilation, toilet and shower arrangements, and the storage available for personal belongings. A yacht that excels as a floating social space can still feel inconvenient on a rainy evening if everyday items are difficult to stow or basic service panels are inaccessible.
Questions for a first inspection
Barcelona’s October selection gives prospective owners a chance to compare the Level 43 ST against other 13-to-15-metre models on the same pontoons. The opening terraces are an attractive distinguishing feature, but a sensible evaluation should consider how they affect mooring practice, safe circulation and any additional demands on hydraulics.
The show listing does not establish a newly launched model, delivery timetable or final price. Those details require a proposal for the exact hull and its equipment. Owners are best served by inspecting the practical details, confirming the warranty network and arranging a sea trial in conditions representative of their intended cruising.
